English cricketer James Anderson has become a world record holder! He is the first-ever fast bowler, someone who relies on pace to take wickets, to reach the incredible milestone of 700 wickets in Test matches. This is a huge achievement in the world of cricket.
In exciting cricket news, England’s James Anderson has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first fast bowler to take 700 wickets in Test matches. At 41 years old, Anderson has joined an elite club, with only two other players, Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne, achieving this feat before him.
Sri Lanka’s Muttiah Muralitharan leads the all-time chart with 800 wickets from 133 tests, followed by Australia spin great Shane Warne (708).
During the fifth Test match against India in Dharamsala, Anderson secured his 700th wicket by dismissing India’s Kuldeep Yadav. This momentous occasion adds to Anderson’s impressive career, which began in 2003 when he took his first Test wicket by bowling Zimbabwe’s Mark Vermeulen at Lord’s. He achieved this milestone in his 187th test match.
Anderson’s exceptional skill and remarkable longevity have earned him praise from cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and former England captain Alastair Cook. Despite facing challenges, such as a tough Ashes series last summer, Anderson has bounced back to form, showcasing his talent once again in India.
This historic moment happened on the 3rd day of the 5th and final Test match between India and England. While Anderson’s achievement is a cause for celebration for England, India is currently in the lead for the series win.
India had a strong lead after they batted first and scored a high total. England, unfortunately, wasn’t able to score as many runs in reply. The match is still ongoing, so it will be interesting to see how the rest of the Test unfolds!
With this milestone, Anderson solidifies his position as one of the greatest fast bowlers in cricket history. His remarkable journey continues to inspire fans and fellow players alike, proving that age is no barrier to success in the world of cricket.
